Built to take on ice and snow Longer.3rd generation winter grip technology. Stops shorter on ice1and lasts longer2than leading competitors.

Lasting winter performance.MaxTouch Construction™ features a unique contact patch shape that evenly distributes the forces of acceleration, braking and cornering--maximizing wear life.

High Speed ready3.The unique bottom shape of the vertical sipes are what we call "teardrop," as they control the shear stress that reinforces the tread block robustness. High-speed driving is enabled thanks to this technology.

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A combination of 4 key features improves MICHELIN® X-Ice® Xi3™ overall winter performance even in some of the harshest winter conditions.

Increased number of tread blocks provides 15% more biting edge and improves performance on ice and in snow.

Micropumps absorb water from the surface and evacuate it by centrifugal force for improved tread contact with the road surface.

The Flex-Ice™ compound. This full-silica compound maintains flexibility at lower temperatures, improving performance on ice and in snow. It also maintains firmness at moderate temperatures, improving wear and grip.

Split fitments - If your vehicle has tires of different sizes on the front versus the rear axles, your tires cannot be rotated as recommended. Therefore, the mileage warranty on each rear tire will cover half the number of miles as the standard mileage warranty for that particular tire line.

Standard Limited Warranty (All Michelin® Tires)All Michelin® tires have a Standard Manufacturer's Limited Warranty, which covers defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the original usable tread, or for 6 years from date of purchase, whichever occurs first. See warranty for detailsDownload PDF Version of Warranty

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Consumer Reports Review

See what Consumer Reports has to say about the MICHELIN® X-Ice® Xi3 tire. Subscription to Consumer Reports is required to view all details.

Going into this winter, my current set of Primacys with 42,000 miles, no longer felt safe on snow. I installed the x-ice3, and could not be happier when driving in winter conditions. I have noticed a marginal difference in acceleration, on snow, compared to the all-seasons, when new. The most profound difference, with x-ice, is the braking performance on snow and ice.

My front wheel drive Camry, feels like it now has all-wheel-drive on snow. Very low noise, on dry pavement. Fuel mileage is unchanged, from the Primacy. Very happy with this tire, and will never drive in winter without them.

These tires are ok in a couple inches of dry snow but as soon as the roads are treated and the snow gets wet and slushy, these tire lose grip when trying to accelerate, my car slips when cornering and my antilock brakes engage and I still skid when stopping. I'm very disappointed that these tires aren't much better than my all season tires.

Wear-Life:

Good

Fuel Efficiency:

Below Average

Handling:

Average

Ice Traction:

Below Average

Snow Traction:

Below Average

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Michelin response:We appreciate the tire review that you have provided regarding the Michelin X-Ice Xi3 tires. You noted these tires did not meet your performance expectations. A member of our Consumer Care team will be contacting you. You may also reach our office at 1-866-866-6605.

I purchased these Michelin tires to replace another brand that had worn out and did so because they were rated highly. After driving on them in several recent Northeast winter storms, I can't understand how they received so many good reviews. The rear of my car slides around during cornering, my antilock brakes have engaged when stopping and there is a lot of wheel spin when trying to get through anything more than a couple inches of snow. I've been driving in winter conditions for 40 years and these tires do not provide a secure feeling when driving in snow, ice and slush. I don't feel safe with these tires and am very disappointed. I plan on taking advantage of the 30 day satisfaction warranty and purchase a different brand of snow tires.

Wear-Life:

Good

Fuel Efficiency:

Average

Handling:

Average

Ice Traction:

Below Average

Snow Traction:

Below Average

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Michelin response:We appreciate the feedback that you have provided in regard to your experience with Michelin X-Ice Xi3 tires. You expressed that these tires did not meet your expectations, specifically in regard to winter traction. Should you have any concerns or questions on replacing the tires under the Michelin Promise Plan, please do not hesitate to contact our Consumer Care team at 1-800-847-3435.

Michelin does not sponsor, support, or endorse the opinions of reviewers, and those who submit reviews are not acting on behalf of Michelin. Any reviews submitted are subject to the Michelin Terms of Use.

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>> The sizes shown are average design values for tires measured on specified measuring rim widths. Some tires may vary from this value by +/-3% of the section height (affecting overall diameter), and +/-4% of the section width.>> Section width varies approximately 0.2" (5mm) for every 0.5" change in rim width.>> Tread patterns are often tuned to accomodate different tire widths. Tires for a particular dimension of a given tireline may vary in appearance from the tire shown in the photograph.

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WARNING: Serious or fatal injury may result from tire failure due to underinflation or overloading. To ensure correct air pressure and vehicle load, refer to vehicle owner's manual or tire information placard on the vehicle. Serious injury or death may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting. Only tire professionals should mount tires and they should never inflate beyond 40 psi to seat the beads. Before mixing types of tires in any configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle owner's manual for its recommendations.

DANGER: Never mount a 16" diameter tire on a 16.5" rim.DANGER: Never mount a 17" diameter tire on a 17.5" rim.

Inflation pressure increase must not exceed the maximum pressure branded on the tire sidewall. When a customer requests a replacement tire with a lower speed rating than the original equipment tire, you must clearly communicate to him or her that the handling of the vehicle may be different, and that its maximum speed capability is limited to that of the lowest speed-rated tire on the vehicle. Exceeding the lawful speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed.

For high-speed driving, additional inflation pressure and possibly reduced tire loading and/or upsizing is required. In the absence of specific recommendations by the vehicle manufacturer, use the following guidelines based on those in the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organization Standards Manual.

For speeds over 160km/h (100 mph), load and inflation must be adjusted according to the table below.

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